Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Man Shot In Drive-By–Possible Weapon And Suspect In Custody

11:00PMish--Right around 11pm shots were fired by a white car striking a man at Pearl Street at Noble Avenue. Police were combing the area for shell casings and other evidence when I left the scene. A short time later police reported they recovered a firearm and had a suspect in custody at Central and Deacon Street. I don't know at this time if the two scenes are connected. I have a call into the police spokesperson. As soon as I get an update I'll let you know on DoingItLocal.com.

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Bridgeport News: Mayor Ganim: Negative Effects To Bridgeport Of The State Not Having A Budget

The state of Connecticut is now in special session to get a budget for the state and there still is no state budget. It can mean cuts to many towns and cities. I met with Mayor Ganim to see what impact no budget will have on Bridgeport. Mayor Ganim said the lack of budget will cut over twenty-seven million dollars from Bridgeport's budget. This is only five percent across the board. “I guess when you say it this way it doesn't sound like much,” Ganim admitted. However, it will be difficult as police, fire, education, and employees will not be cut. The mayor is concerned about it, and so far the mayor has made some budget and hiring freezes. The…

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